About Dovetail
Dovetail Custom Wood & Metal is one of the leading architectural fabrication firms in the United States. We thrive on complexity, precision, and craftsmanship. We push the boundaries of architectural fabrication through innovation, engineering, and craftsmanship. We deliver complex architectural solutions in wood, metal and stone. Our work spans luxury high-rise hotels, premier restaurants, elite residential towers, and iconic public venues.
Core Focus
Empowering Great People to Deliver Exceptional Projects
- We hire only those who align with our Core Values.
- We empower our employees to utilize their unique skillsets and grow both personally and professionally.
- We provide the training, tools, and environment needed for success through a culture of continuous improvement.
- Our projects create pride within our company, deliver value to our customers, and enhance the lives of those who experience the spaces we build.
Core Values
Work Ethic, Accountability & Integrity
We show up hardworking, dependable, and willing to go above and beyond. We hold ourselves accountable, do whatever it takes to get the job done, and operate with unwavering integrity in every action and decision.
Relentless Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
We attack challenges with a solution-driven mindset, thinking outside the box and refusing to settle for average. We stay detail-oriented, committed to constant improvement, and focused on delivering smarter, faster, better results every time.
Team First, Positivity & Respect
We show up as true team players — company first, loyal, and always bringing an authentic, positive attitude. We communicate clearly, treat everyone with respect, and lead with heart. We care about the people around us and stay eager to learn, grow, and lift the whole team higher.
Position Overview
Job Title: Metal Fabricator
Location: Del Valle, TX
Department: Metal Shop
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule:
- Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (occasional overtime as needed)
- Shop-based role with periodic install prep and loadout support
About the Role
Dovetail is one of Texas’ premier architectural manufacturing companies, building iconic spaces with custom wood, metal, and stonework for the most ambitious commercial projects in the state. From skyline-defining towers to elite sports venues, we bring complex architectural visions to life with precision, craftsmanship, and grit.
We’re not a production shop — we’re a build-it-from-scratch environment. Every project is unique, and every part is built in-house with exacting standards.
As a Metal Fabricator, you’ll work on custom metal doors, windows, frames, ornamental panels, ceiling features, railings, and architectural details that define the look and feel of luxury commercial interiors. If you love fabricating complex, beautiful things out of raw metal — and want to be surrounded by others who do too — this is the place.
Key Responsibilities
- Read & build from shop drawings and architectural details
- Cut, prep, and weld metal to tight tolerances with MIG and TIG (dual-process preferred)
- Blend, grind, and finish metalwork to meet project and spec requirements
- Operate common shop tools and lifting equipment (shear, brake, cold saw, forklift, etc.)
- Maintain your workstation, tools, and work in a clean, safe manner
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and installers to clarify build details
- Troubleshoot fabrication challenges and come up with smart, clean solutions
Qualifications
Requirements
- 3–5 years minimum of architectural or ornamental metal fabrication
- Strong MIG welding required; TIG proficiency strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret detailed shop drawings
- Experience with custom architectural components — not just production work
- High attention to detail, finish, and layout
- Grit, hustle, and problem-solving attitude
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
- Valid driver's license
Preferred
- Certification in 3G/4G FCAW or SMAW a plus (not required)
Success Characteristics
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong work ethic, ownership, and personal accountability
- High integrity in decision-making and communication
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement
- Positive attitude and team-first mentality
- Clear, respectful, and effective communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: $20-28 per hour (Based on Experience)
Benefits Include:
- Health, dental, life and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Training and development opportunities
- Career growth path
Work Environment & Expectations
- Shop Fabrication
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance
- Miller welders, Haco Press brake , Haco Shear
- Reliable and honest
Equal Opportunity Statement
Dovetail Custom Wood & Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
Job Type: Full-time
Base Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Describe the most complex architectural metal project you've worked on. What did you fabricate, and what made it challenging? (please no AI in your answers)
- What’s your strongest welding process, and what materials do you prefer to work with? (please no AI in your answers)
- Tell us about a time you had to solve a fabrication problem on the fly. What was the issue, and how did you handle it? (please no AI in your answers)
- What is your experience with reading and building from shop drawings or architectural blueprints? (please no AI in your answers)
- Have you fabricated for commercial storefronts, wall panels, or decorative ceilings before? If so, give examples. (please no AI in your answers)
- How do you ensure accuracy and consistency when prepping parts for weld? (please no AI in your answers)
- What finishing techniques do you have experience with (grinding, polishing, blending)? (please no AI in your answers)
- Why do you want to work at Dovetail, and what makes you a great fit for custom architectural fabrication? (please no AI in your answers)
Experience:
- Welding: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
